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In this evocative piece by Rudolf Kosow, we are confronted with the signature elements of surrealism that define his work. The canvas is dominated by the vastness of a feline's paw, each hair and pad depicted with an intense realism that feels almost tangible. The paw itself is monumental, taking up the majority of the space, and commanding immediate attention due to its sheer scale and the exquisite detail in which it is rendered.
Standing beside this massive wild cat paw is a lone figure, dressed in a long coat and hat, reminiscent of a traveler from another time. The size of the figure in relation to the paw is striking, reinforcing Kosow's fascination with the surreal manipulation of scale and the relationship between man, animal, and nature. The individual seems to be both dwarfed by and in harmony with the creature, evoking a sense of both insignificance and connection.
The scene sets a narrative that is open to interpretation. Is this a meeting of trust or trepidation? Does the presence of the human signify a bond with the animal kingdom, or is it a metaphor for humanity's exploration into the vast and unknown aspects of nature? Kosow's art invites the viewer to ponder these relationships, which are as complex and multifaceted as the textures he paints.
The backdrop, a cool blue tone, contrasts with the warmth of the creature's fur, providing a calm yet distant atmosphere that focuses our attention on the interaction between the human and the animal. This intentional use of color and light heightens the sense of a moment captured in time, one that is surreal yet grounded by the meticulous realism.
Kosow continues to challenge the viewer, not just to observe but to engage with the artwork. His pieces, like this one, are not passive images but active dialogues that encourage us to question the reality they depict and the stories they imply. What does it mean for humanity to stand so close to such a formidable creature of nature? This painting is an invitation to explore those boundaries, to step into the surreal landscapes Kosow creates, and to leave with more questions than answers about the delicate and profound dance between humans and the animal world.
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- Creator:Rudolf Kosow (1972, German, Kazakhstani)
- Creation Year:2024
- Dimensions:Height: 15.75 in (40 cm)Width: 15.75 in (40 cm)Depth: 0.99 in (2.5 cm)
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- Gallery Location:Quebec, CA
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU907114347452
Rudolf Kosow
Like images from a dream, Rudolf Kosow’s Surrealist figurative and still-life paintings and drawings conjure into reality otherworldly and absurdist scenes.
Kosow was born in 1972 in Karaganda, Kazakhstan. From 1994 to 2000, he studied painting at the city’s State Academy of Fine Arts.
Now based in Germany, he divides his time between Stuttgart and the town of Laichingen. He creates oil paintings based on three subjects: humans, animals and landscapes. He invites the viewer to interpret each work’s enigmatic message. For instance, in Contact, an astronaut is seemingly unaware of a colossal cat’s peering eye. In Missing Pieces, Kosow depicts a couple considering the whereabouts of slices taken from a giant Black Forest cake.
Kosow also explores the nature of human relationships in his portraits, such as Couple and Discord. Capture features a large-scale image of a sleeping girl juxtaposed with a miniature soldier standing guard.
“I try to paint things as realistically and as close as possible to enhance the real impression,” Kosow says in his artist’s statement. Although the imagery in his paintings and figurative drawings can be strange and somewhat unsettling, Kosow’s unique interplay of light and shadow creates a sense of “calm, harmony and peace.”
Kosow has exhibited across Germany and France. His works are sought by collectors of 21st-century Surrealist art.
On 1stDibs, find a range of Rudolf Kosow’s paintings, drawings and more.
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